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After Your Lung Biopsy: Important instructions

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Abstract

This handout explains how to take care of yourself after a lung biopsy. It includes instructions about resting, what kinds of pain or coughing are normal, and when to start taking your regular medicines again. It also tells you what warning signs mean you should get emergency help.

Author

Interventional Radiology

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2025

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Diagnostic Tests

Specific Subject/Keyword

Biopsy

Lung

Interventional Radiology

Radiology

Diagnostic Tests

Languages

English

Record ID

5155